Rheumatological history taking – OSCE guide

Taking a rheumatological history is an important skill that can be assessed in the OSCE setting. It usually involves taking a history of a joint problem, with the patient also mentioning other systemic features of rheumatological disease. It’s important to have a systematic approach to ensure you don’t miss any key information. The guide below provides a framework to take a thorough history of rheumatological pathology. Check out the rheumatological history taking mark scheme here.